| ZIP Code | 78414 |
|---|---|
| City | Corpus Christi |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Nueces County |
| Area Code | 361 |
| Elevation | 18 ft |
| Latitude | 27.662421 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -97.371535 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48355 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.71 |
| Below Poverty | 6.2% ▼ 38% below avg |
| College Grads | 53.0% ▲ 37% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.1% ▼ 38% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 303 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,656 (17.8%) |
| Some College | 2,458 (7.8%) |
| Associates | 6,493 (20.5%) |
| Bachelors | 4,454 (14.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 12,331 (38.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $96,788 ▲ 27% above avg ↑ 12% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $271,300 ≈ Avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,549/mo ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 20,121 |
| Vacant Units | 1,365 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.71 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 20,121 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,365 |
| Owner Occupied | 64.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 35.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.71 |
ZIP code 78414 is located in Corpus Christi, Texas, within Nueces County. With a population of 51,435, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.1 years. Economically, 78414 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $96,788 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 78414 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $271,300 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,549 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 64.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 32% since 2019.
The population of 78414 is majority Hispanic (52.00%). Residents are well-educated — 53.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.2%. Household income has grown by 12% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 78414 stands at 3.1%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 85%.
Overall, ZIP code 78414 in Corpus Christi, TX is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 51,435 residents, a median household income of $96,788, and a median home value of $271,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.